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PhrasesAt the GymVorrei iscrivermi al corso di pilates.
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Vorrei iscrivermi al corso di pilates.

I'd like to sign up for the pilates course.

Pronunciation

'Pilates' is pronounced as in English. Stress 'i-SCRI-ver-mi'.

When to use it

Use this to enrol in a pilates class programme, as opposed to a single drop-in class. 'Corso' implies a structured series of lessons.

What it means

'Iscrivermi al corso' = to enrol in the course. 'Corso' implies a series of organised lessons with a beginning and end. 'Lezione' = single class. The distinction matters: 'una lezione di pilates' vs 'il corso di pilates' (8 or 12 sessions).

Variations

Quante lezioni ha il corso di pilates?

How many lessons does the pilates course have?

Asking about the course structure.

Il corso è adatto ai principianti?

Is the course suitable for beginners?

Checking your level.

Quando inizia il prossimo corso?

When does the next course start?

Asking about the start date.

Mini Dialogue

— Vorrei iscrivermi al corso di pilates. — Benissimo! Il prossimo corso inizia lunedì. — È adatto ai principianti? — Sì, cominciamo dalle basi. Ci sono ancora quattro posti.

— I'd like to sign up for the pilates course. — Wonderful! The next course starts on Monday. — Is it suitable for beginners? — Yes, we start from the basics. There are still four spots.

Cultural Note

Pilates is enormously popular in Italy, especially among women aged 30–60. Many Italian doctors ('medici di base') recommend pilates for back pain and posture issues. Some courses are reimbursable through health insurance ('mutua integrativa') as rehabilitative activity.